Name
Mitigating Manned Diving Through Robotics and Remote Intervention: Lessons from Offshore Execution
Kevin Lord
Track
Deepwater Operations
Date & Time
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location Name
Exhibit Hall A: Rooms A2 and A3
Description

This presentation examines how robotic technologies are replacing manned diving for offshore inspection, repair, and intervention activities. Through case studies from the Gulf of America, attendees will explore the application of remotely operated systems for structural repairs, crack detection using Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM), flooded member assessment, site clearance, debris recovery, and impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) maintenance. It will discuss execution methodologies, tooling integration, and operational considerations that enabled diverless interventions while maintaining technical performance. Attendees will learn how remote technologies can reduce HSE exposure, improve execution efficiency, and provide practical alternatives for offshore asset integrity and maintenance programs.